The Short Collection – Photo Enlargements – 8” x 6” Series. - Sydney Opera House - sepia 1960's. Opera House under construction in the mid 1960's photographed from the AMP tower. Demolition of the Tram Depot on Bennelong Point commenced in August 1958. In March 1959, Stage one of the foundation work was commenced by Civil and Civic Pty. Ltd. This work was completed in March 1963.